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My cat is about to have his front right leg removed. He loves to come and go as he pleases. Either by his willing servant opening the door for him, or via the cat flap... Once he has recovered from his surgery, can i assume he'll fine to use the cat flap again?
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Generally front-leg amputees have a harder time going down stairs than jumping up. That they can do pretty well so he should be OK. I would give it some time though to let him build strength before trying cat acrobatics 😉
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What's your cat's name? Why the reason for the amp? When is the surgery.
Not sure how much lurking around you have done on here, but are lots of tips to help navigate the recovery of cats and get them back to living full lives. The first couple of weeks are no picnic as far as recovery goes, getting the right balance of meds, regaining mobility, Etc but recovery doesn't last forever!
Anyway just let us know how we can help you and if you have any questions okay?
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Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
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My first Tripawd was a little Pug named Maggie, she lost a back leg to cancer. She and her sis had free run of the yard via a dog door. I did modify the door so it was low enough that she could just step through it. Another important thing for her: the areas around the door both inside and out were at the same level so there was no need for jumping.
How soon is his surgery? What is his name?
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Thank you for your replies! My cat's name is Sandy. He had a soft tissue sarcoma on his front right leg. The surgery was today, (1st Nov). Sandy is back home now and doing well. Totally, it is about recovery at the moment. The cat flap he has to enter and exit the house is level. There's a mini step on the exit that i put in place a few years back. Fingers crossed for a good surgery plus one day tomorrow. It's all about pain management and lots of fuss and cuddles...
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You can do this Sandy! So glad you are done with surgery, now it's time to heal! Rest easy sweet boy.
Glad that the cat flap is arranged so well, it shouldn't be a problem.
Keep us posted OK?
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Welcome home Sandy!! Alow and easy and lots of rest.....you've got this.....and we are here to help!
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Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too!
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
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YAY! I'm so happy he's back. Do let us know how things are going and holler with any questions at all. We are cheering you on from afar!
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my boy Scott just got diagnosed with STS yesterday and needs his left leg amputated. We are fearful of recovery, and he also utilizes a cat door to go outside. How have things been for your kitty?
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Tanja thanks for posting. Sorry to hear about Scott. We are here to help! Don't forget to check out our What to Expect articles and the Tripawds e-books library for lots of tips about life on three.
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